Auqaf Chairperson distributes books, Hockey items among players

Auqaf Chairperson, Darakshan Andrabi presenting Hockey items among players at K K Hakku Stadium on Wednesday.
Auqaf Chairperson, Darakshan Andrabi presenting Hockey items among players at K K Hakku Stadium on Wednesday.

Excelsior Sports Correspondent

JAMMU, Sept 14: Darakshan Andrabi Chairperson Auqaf Board (MoS) gave away books, stationary items and sports shoes to Hockey players in a simple function, organized at KK Hakku Hockey Stadium, here today.
While addressing the players, she said that result oriented Hockey is needed in this time of competition. She asked players to practice hard in Hockey and at the same time stressed upon to study hard too and excel in their examinations.
She further added that the nation needs healthy and intelligent youth to make India world power. She appreciated the role of Hockey J&K for promoting Hockey in J&K especially under the leadership of Rajeev Sharma.
Rajeev Sharma, president Hockey J&K and member J&K Sports Council stressed upon the players to practice hard so that they can give a medal winning performance during the coming nationals.
Earlier, Dr Taran Singh, secretary general Hockey J&K welcomed the chief guest and informed the players that this is for the 2nd time when Darakshan Andrabi is helping the needy Hockey players of J&K, while Satish Gupta Manager MA Stadium presented bouquet to the chief guest and Satpal Singh Manager KK Hakku Stadium presented a vote of thanks.
Rajinder Singh Kuku, vice president Hockey J&K, Anjali treasurer Hockey J&K, Ajay Gupta Manager Kabaddi Ground, Anil Sharma Manager Green Field, Vikas Mangotra Manager GGM Science College Grounds, Anil Gupta, Chotu Lal Instructor Fencing and Angat Singh Coach were present during the event.